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My friend says the engines in Honda scooters are made in Thailand, is this true?

My friend tells me that the engine in the Honda SH300i scooter is the same as in many other scooters and is made in Taiwan or Korea. It's a general product and not original from Honda, meaning it doesn't...

I can't ride a Honda NC750X without a full license, but I wouldn't get full license if I took my test on it. Is that right?

My motorbike instructor told me that even though you can't ride a Honda NC750X without a full license, I wouldn't be able to get a full license if I took my test on it. Something to do with the CC being...

Is it illegal to have an on/off switch for the headlight on my motorbike?

I've recently brought Yamasaki RE50 Moped and have a question. The garage who I took the bike to tell me that it is illegal to have a main headlight on/off switch as well as a separate high and low beam...

When will Mod 2 tests restart?

I have been visiting the the Gov website to find when the Mod 2 license applications will open. However, there is no info. I have already done my Mod 1 last year and don't want to miss the chance to do...

Do I need an MoT during lockdown?

The MoT has just expired on my motorcycle. Assuming I want to ride it now, do I have to get the MoT carried out straight away? I've had the bike from new and it is now three yeas old but has only done...

What's the best 125cc motorbike for a tall rider?

I'm taking direct access lessons soo, though I'm not in a rush. I want to buy a good used Honda CB125R to practice. I'm large and 6'2" and I am not planning on long trips or to keep the bike for that long,...

I'm 16 and want a motorcycle - can I legally put a 50cc engine into a 125 supermoto until I turn 17?

I'm 16 years old and want to get a motorcycle. I like the Supermoto style, but 50cc Supermoto are so expensive and I would grow out of it quickly. I was wondering if I could buy a 125cc Supermoto and put...